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Primrose School at Mountainside
Elementary School
1038 SPRINGFIELD AVE, Mountainside, NJ 07092
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Primrose School at Mountainside
Elementary School in Mountainside · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Primrose School at Mountainside
Primrose School at Mountainside is a private elementary school in Mountainside, NJ. Primrose School at Mountainside serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 21 students, Primrose School at Mountainside is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Primrose School at Mountainside sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Primrose School at Mountainside is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Primrose School at Mountainside compares to the 2 public schools in Mountainside, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mountainside
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Primrose School at Mountainside (this school) | — |
| Deerfield Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Beechwood School | 6.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Address
- 1038 SPRINGFIELD AVE, Mountainside, NJ 07092
- Phone
- (908) 228-5589
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NJ aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1038 SPRINGFIELD AVE, Mountainside, NJ 07092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Primrose School at Mountainside may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crossroads School (rated 8.8/10, 0.1 miles away, in nearby Westfield). Another option is Wilson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Westfield). Additionally, Washington Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Westfield). For more schools in Mountainside, see our Mountainside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crossroads School Westfield | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Work Readiness Academy Westfield | 0.1 mi | — |
| KOHLER ACADEMY Mountainside | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School Springfield | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Edward V. Walton Primary School Springfield | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Deerfield Elementary School Mountainside | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Washington Elementary School Westfield | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| TEMPLE EMANU-EL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM Westfield | 1.4 mi | — |
| Wilson Elementary School Westfield | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Brookside Place School Cranford | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School Springfield | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Garwood | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Cranford High School Cranford | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| WESTFIELD AREA Y KINDERGARTEN Westfield | 1.9 mi | — |
| CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Westfield | 2.0 mi | — |
| CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Westfield | 2.0 mi | — |
| ST PAULS DAY SCHOOL Westfield | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| PNS&K Westfield | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| WESTFIELD DAYCARE CENTER Westfield | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| COMPASS SCHOOL HOUSE Westfield | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$210,100
Median Home Value
$755,600
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
6,967
College Educated
66.2%
Homeownership
86.9%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
48.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Primrose School at Mountainside
What grades does Primrose School at Mountainside serve?
Primrose School at Mountainside serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Primrose School at Mountainside?
Primrose School at Mountainside has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Primrose School at Mountainside?
The student-teacher ratio at Primrose School at Mountainside is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Primrose School at Mountainside a private school?
Yes, Primrose School at Mountainside is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Primrose School at Mountainside a religious school?
No, Primrose School at Mountainside is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 21
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (908) 228-5589
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